Travel, experiences, and weekly activities designed with active adults in mind...
How it works:
We make it easy!
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Step 1) Scroll down to choose your experience(s).
Step 2) Then click "Register" to sign up and pay online. Or call to register: (630) 360-1314 Step 3) We will email you a confirmation with instructions on your experience. THAT'S IT! |
And please, don't hesitate to call with ANY questions,
or email Carrie at:
Carrie@KarriedAwayWithCarrie.org
Now let's get started...
Types of Experiences:
ACTIVITY LEVEL 1 - SEDENTARY
Cuisine with Carrie
Meet Carrie for supper at a different restaurant each month!
Enjoy good food with great conversation with old and new friends.
Keeping close to home in the winter months.
Enjoy good food with great conversation with old and new friends.
Keeping close to home in the winter months.
Includes: Meal, beverages, tax & tip
Thursday, January 25
4:00-6:30pm Fee: $50 |
Meet at Dao:
200 Burr Ridge Park Way, Burr Ridge, Il 60527 Soup & Salad. Choice the day of Hibachi Style entree with sides. Non alcohol beverage Glass of Red or White wine and dessert. |
Thursday, February 8
2:30-4:30pm Fee: $55 |
Meet at Cooper's Hawk:
510 Village center Dr, Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Soup
Choice the day of Fish or Chicken entree with sides. Non alcohol beverage Glass of Romance Red or White wine and dessert. |
Thursday,
March 14 2:30-4:30pm Fee:$55 |
Meet at Greek Islands:
300 E 22nd St, Lombard, IL 60148 Family Style
Saganaki, Keftedes, Gyros Athenian Salad Entrees: Pastichio, Chicken Risanati, Spanakotiroita, & Sliced leg of lamb Sides, Dessert, Non alcohol beverage Glass of Wine or beer |
GAME ON!
MONTHLY ACTIVITY
MONTHLY ACTIVITY
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Let's come in from the cold and have some quality game time together. Join us for a mid-day full of assorted fun games with cash prizes and included lunch with sides and fixings. Mr. Kris will be lighting up the grill. Organized group games will include Bunco, Farkle, and LRC. After lunch will have board games like Scrabble, Rumicube and more. Who knows we might even build a puzzle. If inclement weather we will reschedule or refund..
Includes: Beverages, Lunch, & Prizes
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Breakfast Club
MONTHLY ACTIVITY
MONTHLY ACTIVITY
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Join us Monday mornings for a continental breakfast. Lets enjoy fellowship and friendship! We will have a sponsor or a special guest drop in from time to time. Carrie will be on hand to highlight trips and answer any questions.
What a great way to start the week!
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Bunco
MONTHLY ACTIVITY
MONTHLY ACTIVITY
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Come and have some Fun! Fun! Fun! One Monday a month (second date will be added if needed.) Will have a lite snack with CASH PRIZES, will change partners every round giving you a chance to socialize with everyone.
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Cocktails with Carrie on Facebook
Upcoming Adventures & What’s up with the Family!
Upcoming Adventures & What’s up with the Family!
Starting January: live audience participation welcome! Come to Carrie's office and watch the show live!
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Live with Carrie! Learn how to make a delicious cocktail then sit back and enjoy the show! Get the latest and greatest news on upcoming adventures, events and of course updates on Sir William and the family!
NO NEED TO REGISTER, just go to Facebook Live and ask to join “Karried Away With Carrie” group on Facebook and view the show |
Monthly Painting Class
Instructor Andrea with October's painting
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You see all her painting in the art room here at WBRSPC, now come and paint with Andrea. She is an amazing person and her talent to teach is second to none. She will have you painting like a professional in no time with step by step instructions. We had so much fun last class we are going to do it monthly this winter!
Includes: Canvas, use of paints, brushes and instructor.
Click button to register, or call (630) 360-1314
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November 10th
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December 15th
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January 26th
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ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 - LOW/MODERATE
Stocking Stuffer Tour
IN THE NORTH SHORE AREA, ILLINOIS
IN THE NORTH SHORE AREA, ILLINOIS
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Get ready to “Stuff your Stocking” with a variety of items from Chicago’s North Shore. Your group will be met by a member of Chicago’s North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau staff at a pre-determined destination. Everyone will receive a customized “Stocking” to fill with items from each stop on your tour (minimum of 4 stops). We don’t want to give away the fun surprises, but this fun filled tour will be spiced, holidazed and ornamented. Don’t worry about the early start time, as we will make sure you are properly “fueled” for the day with morning coffee from one of our favorite stops along the route. This fun Holiday tour will include a special lunch on the water at Gale Street Inn Choice that day of soup or salad, Chicken Parmesan, Whitefish Almandine, or Ribs. Dessert Choice homemade Carrot Cake or Tiramisu.
Includes: Roundtrip motor coach, all entrance fees, lunch, specials along the way, escort, and snacks.
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Our Favorite Things Christmas Extravaganza - SOLD OUT!
IN BURR RIDGE, ILLINOIS
IN BURR RIDGE, ILLINOIS
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Join Carrie, Kris and Lavonne Campbell from the Burr Ridge Park District for a special Christmas celebration! Will celebrate with an always impressive lunch at Capri in Burr Ridge along with many special treats from long standing and new sponsors. We feel so blessed to start a Karried Away with Carrie Tradition of friendship, fellowship, good food and always spending time together with one another. Special guest appearance by Mr. Klaus!
Lunch Includes: Appetizers, champagne toast, choice that day of meat lasagna or chicken limone and of course tiramisu for dessert.
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ACTIVITY LEVEL 3 - MORE WALKING
San Filippo Christmas Extravaganza - SOLD OUT!
IN BARRINGTON ILLINOIS
IN BARRINGTON ILLINOIS
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Sanfilippo Estates is a hidden gem and a bucket list for certain. We experienced just a glimpse of the private estate at Christmas time. The Sanfilippo "Place de la Musique" is known worldwide for its magnificent collections of beautifully restored antique music machines, phonographs, arcade and gambling machines. Chandeliers, art glass, and the world's largest restored theatre pipe organ, the most spectacular European salon carousel in existence, street and tower clocks, steam engines and other functional mechanical antiques, are displayed within a breathtaking French Second Empire setting. Will enjoy a beautiful lunch in the clock tower house. We will listen to the carousel play and enjoy a included plated lunch (TBA) with vino flowing. Afterwards will head up to the main house for a concert in the theater room. Stop off at tree time Christmas creations and a quick run into the Fisher Nut outlet to grab some nuts for our holiday baking before returning home.
Includes: Roundtrip motor coach, entrance fees, lunch, escort, and snacks.
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Holiday Traditions
IN CHICAGO ILLINOIS
IN CHICAGO ILLINOIS
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Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe in Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light. At the Museum of Science and Industry. It began in 1942 with a single tree. Today, the Museum’s beloved annual celebration features a four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree, surrounded by a forest of more than 50 trees and displays decorated by volunteers to represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe. It’s the one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof. Lunch at Tre Krona (bucket-list experience) for there traditional all you can eat Christmas Norwegian/Swedish board. Will have a cup of Glug out by the fire to begin our experience. Over 7 different herrings and Norwegian fish lutefisk, assorted cheeses and so much more will available to taste. Will take time to explore The Swedish Shop next door to pick up some Norwegian holiday treats. We were here before covid it was an awesome experience! Includes: Roundtrip motor coach, entrance fees, lunch, escort, and snacks.
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Laverne & Shirley Themed Tour of Milwaukee!
IN MILWAUKEE WISCONSIN
IN MILWAUKEE WISCONSIN
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If you are a fan of the Laverne & Shirley show, you will appreciate seeing Milwaukee's City Hall which was the opening shot of the show. See Polish Flats and the Brewery that made Milwaukee Famous, "Shotz." We even make a stop to see Laverne's heartthrob, The Bronze Fonz Statue. Bring your camera for that! Our day includes touring Lakefront Brewery where you will enjoy 2 samples and a souvenir glass. Laverne’s pop was well known for his pizza served at the Pizza Bowl, so lunch is at a family-owned Pizzeria. The day also includes a game of mini-bowling because the girls have to keep their skills sharp for the Shotz Brewery Tournament. Top off the day with a frozen custard treat at Milwaukee's legendary and nostalgic Leon's Drive-In. Be ready for surprises along the way.
Includes: Roundtrip motor coach, entrance fees, lunch, escort, and snacks.
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History to the Max
IN KENOSHA WISCONSIN
IN KENOSHA WISCONSIN
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The Civil War Museum is like no other Civil War museum in the country. A docent lead tour of the seven states sent over one million men to serve in the Union army while providing much of the food and raw materials necessary for the northern states to carry on the war. Through the use of personal stories and narratives, the Museum also explores how the Civil War impacted the people on the Western home front before, during, and after the war by connecting the prewar causes to the postwar effects.
Docent lead tour of the Kenosha Public Museum is a natural sciences and fine and decorative arts museum on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Michigan. Established in 1933, the Museum’s collections including 1,200 works of fine art. Exhibitions and programs feature mammoths, world cultures, Native Americans, zoology, geology, fossils, and fine and decorative arts. Frier lead tour of National Shrine of St. Maximilian at Marytown includes Retreat House, Conference Center and Gift Shop & Book Store, an educational Holocaust exhibit, relics of Saint Maximilian and several outdoor shrines, all set on 15 acres of beautiful land in Libertyville. At the center of Marytown is the Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, considered one of the most beautiful pilgrimage sites in the nation. It is referred to as the “Third City of the Immaculate” modeled after the evangelization centers created by Kolbe at Niepokalanów, Poland and Nagasaki, Japan. Includes: Roundtrip Motor Coach, entrance fees, lunch, guide fee, tips, escort, and snacks.
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EXTENDED EXPERIENCES & OVERSEAS ADVENTURES
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Spring Training and Fun in the Sun
February 20-26, 2024 
Visit Springfield
April 7-10, 2024 
Yellowstone & The Wild West
August 9 - 15, 2024 
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Magnificent Memphis Tour
March 23-28, 2024 
Canadian Rockies
May 18 - 25, 2024 
Sold out experiences
Costa Rica
January 5 - 16, 2024 Athens
September 25 - October 5, 2024 |
FITNESS
Silver Strong - Fitness Class for Active Adults
AVAILABLE TWICE WEEKLY
AVAILABLE TWICE WEEKLY
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Our 45 minute class is designed with a flexible approach to fitness. Concentrating on movement and strength within a small group atmosphere. No matter your level of fitness, this class will keep you moving. This class is perfect for the active adult who would like to start or continue on their fitness journey in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. We will work on staying strong and active by adjusting to your specific needs.. Consistent exercise at any level can help you stay active, independent and strong.
Instructor: Rudy Luna ISSA Certified (630)247-1577 Email: RML0429@hotmail.com
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OPEN PLAY Pickleball, For Adults 55+
WEEKLY ACTIVITY
WEEKLY ACTIVITY
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Drop in Pickleball for active adults. Willowbrook Burr Ridge Sports Performance Center offers 2 indoor courts on turf for open play rotating in. Lines are permanent, and portable nets are available. The facility includes amenities like food, restrooms, water and private lessons are available.
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Walking Track Open!
AVAILABLE FIVE DAYS A WEEK
AVAILABLE FIVE DAYS A WEEK
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Come enjoy our indoor comfort track. Beat the heat or the cold (or inclement weather) and make a friend!
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Meet Us
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President: Carrie Navins
CEO: Kris Fauske Carrie Navins together with Kris Fauske, started Karried Away With Carrie! We specialize in experiences, trips, programs and more designed for active adults keeping in mind their particular needs. This has been a life long dream of mine. We are taking a leap of faith to open up a new chapter of creating life long memories with the best people we know! We believe we have the knowledge and experience along with the support of Kris and so many others around me to make this dream a true success. ~Love Carrie "Active adults deserve to feel safe and confident, so they can enjoy life experiences to their fullest." |
Policies / FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
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What types of payment do you take?
Karried Away With Carrie accepts payments by cash, check, money order, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover card. Do you have a waitlist?
It is possible to be placed on a waitlist at no cost when maximum enrollment has been reached for a particular class program. What is your cancellation policy?
PROGRAM CANCELATION POLICY Karried Away With Carrie reserves the right to cancel, postpone or combine classes as necessary. Programs may be canceled due to low enrollment. Register early to get the class you want at the time you want it. In the event that Karried Away With Carrie cancels a program, the participant will receive a full refund. If a program is cancelled in mid-session, a prorated refund will be issued. How do you keep in contact, especially if an experience is cancelled?
WE KEEP IN CONTACT We are able to use email to keep everyone informed on cancelled trips, activities or on possible new programs in the future. To do this we need a good email for everyone. Please send us an email to Carrie@Karriedawaywithcarrie.org and will reply back letting you know you are in! What is your refund policy?
REFUND POLICY No refunds will be made once a program has begun unless Karried Away With Carrie has altered or cancelled a program. If you need to drop-out of a program there will be a service fee of $3 to cover the cost of processing a refund. Karried Away With Carrie must be notified of cancelation by the register before the date of that program. Cancellations made after the program date are subject to a $3 service fee, plus any costs incurred by Karried Away With Carrie. Cancellations made with less than 10 day’s notice will not be able to receive a refund. |
